Burns Portrait Rediscovered After 230 Years | Belfast News

A long-lost masterpiece of Scotland’s beloved poet Robert Burns has resurfaced after 230 years — a stunning portrait by Henry Raeburn, rediscovered during a house clearance and now on display at his birthplace in Alloway. Commissioned in 1803 by publishers seeking to refresh Burns’ image for new editions, Raeburn’s romanticized version captures the poet with expressive brushwork and moody lighting, contrasting with his earlier, more iconic portrait. Now loaned to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the painting joins a collection that also includes a letter from Burns himself, mentioning his “Phiz.” This rare find offers a deeper glimpse into the life of the poet who died at 37, and the exhibition runs until November 1 — don’t miss this historic reunion. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a2fa47803c550eab